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Road ClosureChippawa Parkway - Stanley Avenue to Dorchester Road6/20/2024 - 12/31/2024Full RoadMore Info

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  • Notice of Passing of Interim Control By-Law No. 2024.126

    Description

    The purpose and effect of By-law No. 2024-126 is to restrict any new settlement areas and settlement area boundary expansions for a period
    of one year or until the new Official Plan polices are in effect.

    City staff have been directed to undertake necessary policy and related study work to determine the best approach in addressing privately
    initiated settlement area boundary expansion applications.

    The Interim Control By-law (By-law No. 2024-126) applies to the existing settlement (urban) area boundary as identified with the red line
    on the key map provided. All existing Official Plan and Zoning permissions will continue to apply.

    For more information see Interim Control By-Law and Report from December 10, 2024 City Council Meeting.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/21/2024 to 1/30/2025
  • Notice of Application & Open House Meeting - Willoughby Drive (see PIDs below) - AM-2024-030 & 26T-11-2024-002 - Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment & Draft Plan of Subdivision

    Description

    (Lands on the East Side of Willoughby Drive - PIDs 5137, 5136, 29408, 29409, 29410, 29411, 29412, 5135, 29404, 29403, 29405, 29407, 29402 & 29406 on Cattell Drive, Caronpost Road, and Weinbrenner Road)

    Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications have been submitted to facilitate the development of approximately 978 dwelling units across 21 blocks, along with 1 block for open space, as shown on the attached.

    The subject lands are designated Residential in accordance with the City’s Official Plan. The Official Plan Amendment proposes the following:

    ·  Increase the maximum permitted net density to 70 units per hectare for on-street townhouse dwellings (Blocks 1 to 13);

    ·  Increase the maximum permitted net density to 200 units per hectare for stacked townhouse dwellings (Blocks 14 & 15);

    ·  Increase the maximum permitted net density to 160 units per hectare for back-to-back townhouse dwellings (Blocks 14, 16, 17 & 18); and

    ·  Increase the maximum permitted net density and building height to 330 units per hectare and 10 storeys, respectively, for apartment dwellings (Blocks 19 to 21). 

    The lands are zoned Residential 1E Density (R1E) Zone, in part, Residential 2 (R2) Zone, in part, Residential Low Density, Group Multiple Dwelling (R4) Zone, in part, Residential Low Density, Group Multiple Dwelling (R4-501) Zone, in part, and General Commercial (GC) Zone, in part, in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2000-065. The Zoning By-law Amendment application proposes to rezone Blocks 1 to 18 and 22 to a site-specific Residential Low Density, Group Multiple Dwelling (R4) Zone and Blocks 19 to 21 to a site-specific Residential Apartment 5F Density (R5F) Zone.

    The Draft Plan of Subdivision application proposes to subdivide the lands into 22 blocks. Blocks 1 to 21 are proposed for residential development and Block 22 is proposed for open space.

    Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/20/2024 to 1/21/2025
  • Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2024-035 & 26T-11-2023-002) - 9304 McLeod Road & PID 1337 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment & Draft Plan of Subdivision Modification Applications

    Description

    Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and Draft Plan of Subdivision Modification applications have been submitted to facilitate the development of 544 dwelling units, consisting of 149 detached dwellings and 395 townhouse dwellings, along with parkland and a stormwater management facility, as shown on Schedule 1.

    The lands were previously subject to a City-initiated Official Plan Amendment (OPA 147), as well as applicant-initiated Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications (AM-2023-007 & 26T-11-2023- 002). Staff note that the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment were appealed and are before the Ontario Land Tribunal.

    The subject lands are designated Industrial, in part, Environmental Protection Area, in part, and Environmental Conservation Area, in part, in accordance with the City’s Official Plan. The applicant is proposing to redesignate the lands to Residential, in part, and Open Space, in part, with a Special Policy Area that will restrict building heights to 12 metres.

    The lands are zoned Light Industrial (LI) Zone, in part, Hazard Land (HL) Zone, in part, and Development Holding (DH) Zone, in part, in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200. The applicant is proposing to rezone the lands to site-specific Residential Mixed (R3) Zone, in part, site-specific Open Space (OS) Zone, in part, and site-specific Environmental Protection Area (EPA) Zone, in part.

    The proposed modifications to the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision include relocation and reconfiguration of the parkland and stormwater management facility blocks, relocation of and reduction to the number of blocks for detached dwellings, an increase to the number of blocks for back-to-back townhouse dwellings and on-street townhouse dwellings, and the removal of blocks for multiple residential development.

    Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/19/2024 to 1/15/2025
  • Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2024-034 & PLZBA20240780) - City Initiated Amendment for Updated Additional Dwelling Unit Regulations - Zoning By-law Amendment Application

    Description

    The City of Niagara Falls has initiated an amendment to Zoning By-law No. 79-200 to update and implement policies and regulations to reflect Provincial Planning Statement, 2024 changes regarding permissions for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs).


    The Provincial Planning Statement, 2024, introduced policies allowing up to two Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) on lots within prime agricultural areas where residential dwellings are permitted, in accordance with provincial guidelines. The proposed Zoning By-law amendment seeks to align with these policies by updating regulations to permit two ADUs in rural areas.


    Additionally, the following amendments are proposed:
    • Update regulations to include all applicable dwelling types and zones where ADUs are permitted as of right by the Province;
    • Establish a provision for a landscape strip to be provided in the required side yard for a detached ADU;
    • Establish setback requirements for detached ADUs on a corner lot;
    • As per provincial guidelines, update lot coverage regulations to permit a maximum of 45% lot coverage for all buildings and structures on a lot with a detached ADU;
    • Introduce separate height regulations for urban and rural detached ADUs, including a proposed reduction in height for
    detached ADUs in urban areas; and,
    • Introduce regulations to restrict openings on facades of detached ADUs above a certain height; and
    • Update the definitions for ‘additional dwelling unit’ and ‘parcel of rural land’ to incorporate the proposed changes.

    Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/12/2024 to 1/15/2025
  • Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2024-033 & PLZBA20240779) - City Initiated General Amendments to Zoning By-law No.79-200 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application

    Description

    The City initiated application is to update Zoning By-law No. 79-200. The area affected by these amendments is shown on the location map.
    The following is a general description of the amendments proposed:


    • Introduce definitions for previously undefined terms used in the by-law and update existing definitions to enhance clarity and align with current zoning standards;
    • Update regulations for places of worship, including height exceptions and parking requirements, to be more inclusive;
    • Update the regulation for parking in rear yards in residential zones for increased clarity;
    • Update regulations for nightclubs to remove the setback from other licensed establishments;
    • Update amenity space regulations in the R5 zone to include stacked townhouse dwellings;
    • Update regulations to permit model homes in the R4 zone;
    • Introduce back-to-back townhouses as a permitted dwelling type in the R4 zone and introduce regulations accordingly; and
    • Minor technical revisions for clarity

    Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/12/2024 to 1/15/2025
  • Notice of Public Meeting (AM-2024-036 & PLOPZB20240794)- 4500 Park Street & 4200 Queen Street- City Initiated Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendment Application

    Description

    The City of Niagara Falls is initiating an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit a 20 storey residential use building. The property is designated Mixed Use 1 in the Transit Station Secondary Plan which permits mixed use buildings to a maximum height of 10 storeys. The Special Policy Area designation will permit a maximum height of 20 storeys and introduce updated urban design policies.

    The property is zoned Central Business Commercial 4 Zone (CB4-1). The site specific CB4 zone will permit a maximum height of 20 storeys, establish yard setbacks, bicycle parking, amenity area, and window glazing regulations, in addition to built form regulations.

    Digital copies of plans and documents submitted with the application may be obtained on the Planning Department Current Applications webpage.

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/12/2024 to 1/15/2025
  • Notice of Road Closure EXTENDED - Dorchester Road and Chippawa Parkway

    Description

    UPDATED - ROAD CLOSURE EXTENDED

    Please be advised that due to ongoing infrastructure improvements along Dorchester Road and Chippawa Parkway between Stanley Avenue and Dorchester Road the current closure to through traffic will be extended until December 31, 2024.  The Road closure is to accommodate servicing operation of the Riverfront Phase 1 development by Centennial Construction in addition to reconstruction of Dorchester Road and Chippawa Parkway.

    Access to George Bukator Park and connecting trail systems is currently closed.

    As always Emergency Services will be notified daily on the condition of the road and available access to key location throughout the work zone.

    Please feel free to view updates on the City website and/or reach out to the Project Manager identified below.

    Nick Golia, C. Tech.

    Senior Project Manager - Development

    Municipal Works - Engineering

    4310 Queen Street

    Niagara Falls, ON    L2E 6X5

    905-356-7521 ext. 4290

    [email protected]

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    12/3/2024 to 12/31/2024
  • Notice of Construction - Armoury Street Sewer Separation - St. Lawrence Avenue Sewer Separation & Watermain Replacement

    Description

    City Contract 2024-531-20 (Phase 2)
    Armoury Street Sewer Separation (Victoria Avenue to St. Lawrence Avenue)
    St. Lawrence Avenue Sewer Separation and Watermain Replacement (Simcoe Street to Jepson Street)

    The City of Niagara Falls will be conducting various infrastructure improvements on Armoury Street and St. Lawrence Avenue including new sanitary, storm sewers, watermain (St. Lawrence Ave), full depth road reconstruction including new curbs and sidewalks.

    This contract will be carried out for the City of Niagara Falls by Alfidome Construction Niagara. Construction is scheduled to begin the week of July 15, 2024. Please note that the actual start date will be dependent on weather and the acquisition of all necessary permits and approvals.

    For further information you may contact:

    Kurtis Bottrell, C.E.T.
    Project Manager, Municipal Works
    City of Niagara Falls
    4310 Queen Street
    Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
    Phone: 905-356-7521, Ext. 4338
    Email: [email protected]

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    7/10/2024 to 12/31/2024
  • Notice of Commencement - Portage Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation

    Description

    Niagara Region is carrying out the preliminary and detailed design of improvements to the Portage Trunk Sewer, located in the City of Niagara Falls.

    The Portage Trunk Sewer is located along a hydro corridor between the rear yards of Sheldon Street and Darcy Crescent / Maplewood Avenue. Sewage is discharged from the Kalar Road Sewage Pumping Station into the trunk sewer at an access chamber located south of the rear fence line at 6606 Sheldon Street. The sewer continues eastward for approximately 1.3 kilometers before discharging to the Stamford Interceptor and ultimately the Niagara Falls Wastewater Treatment Plant.

    The detailed design is anticipated to be completed by winter 2025.

    Visit the project webpage at https://www.niagararegion.ca/projects/portage-trunk-sewer-rehabilitation/default.aspx for further details as the design progresses. 

    Any questions about this project should be directed to:

    Robert Stret, P.Eng. PMP
    Project Manager, Water and Wastewater Engineering
    Niagara Region
    905-980-6000 ext. 3190
    [email protected]

    Patrick Moskwa
    Project Manager
    Robinson Consultants
    905-304-0080 ext. 225
    [email protected]

    Attachments

    Posting Dates

    7/4/2024 to 12/31/2025
  • QEW Burlington Skyway Southbound Lane Structural Rehabilitations & NB and SB Electrical Work (GWP 2385-15-00)

    Description

    The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has retained WSP Canada Inc. (WSP) to undertake the Detail Design and Class Environmental Assessment Study (Class EA) for the structural rehabilitations of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Burlington Skyway southbound lane and the completion of electrical work on both the northbound and southbound QEW, within the City of Hamilton
    and the City of Burlington.

    The Burlington Skyway Niagara Bound structure will be rehabilitated in three main stages with all four lanes maintained during daytime and nightly lane closures as required. During each stage there will be single lane closures on the QEW throughout the weekends (Friday Night to Monday morning, approximately eight weekends per construction season) to rehabilitate the middle portions of the deck. Three lanes will be maintained over the Skyway structure during these weekend lane closures. Construction is expected to last for 3 years, and is anticipated to start in Spring 2024 with completion by Fall 2026.

    Please note that www.511on.ca is also a great resource for travel, construction/maintenance closures and activities on the provincial highways.

    If you wish to obtain additional information or provide comments, please contact one of the Project Team members listed below:

    Ben Hui, P.Eng., M. Eng.

    Senior Project Manager - WSP Canada Inc.

    6925 Cenury Ave, Floor 6,

    Mississauga, ON L5N 7K2

    Tel: 289-835-2506

    e-mail: [email protected]

    Alice Kam. P.Eng

    Senior Project Manager

    Ontario Ministry of Transportation

    159 Sir William Hearst Ave. 4th Floor

    Downsview, ON M3M 0B7

    Tel: 437-227-5587

    e-mail: [email protected]

    Attachments

      Posting Dates

      10/23/2023 to 10/23/2026